21 BEST PLACES FOR SOLO TRAVEL IN SOUTH AMERICA

South America might have a reputation for not being safe for solo travelers; but, that is a blanket statement that doesn’t accurately reflect every place you could visit on the continent.

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Photo via Laura from Laura the Explorer.

There are many other amazing places to travel alone in South America; but, hopefully, this gives you a starting point for discovering some truly incredible solo travel destinations based on real travelers’ personal experiences.

Along with being very safe, it’s one of the most unique destinations in the world thanks to its incredible biodiversity and the fact that many of the plants and animals here can’t be found anywhere else.

THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

The walkable city is known for its beautiful churches, cobbled streets, charming plazas, and well-preserved colonial architecture. In fact, the latter has earned Cuenca a UNESCO World Heritage Site designation!

CUENCA, ECUADOR

The beautiful historic center is worth exploring for its colonial buildings and rich history, the many museums, and majestic churches; but, it requires a little extra attention to stay safe from pickpocketers, and it is not recommended to wander around at night.

QUITO, ECUADOR

Photo via Isabella from Boundless Roads.

This small mountain town in northern Patagonia is set in a valley between two mountain ranges, offering a pristine setting that showcases hiking trails, swimming holes, and hidden waterfalls waiting to be explored.

EL BOLSÓN, ARGENTINA

Photo via Audrey from Che Argentina Travel.

With approximately 275 individual waterfalls spread over nearly 3 kilometers (1.9 miles), the sheer magnitude and beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site are unmatched in South America.

IGUAZU FALLS, ARGENTINA

Photo via Jenny from Tales From The Lens.

There are a few wine regions near Mendoza, though the one I explored and loved was Maipú. It’s only about 25 minutes from the city and you can visit top-rated bodegas like Casa El Enemigo, Bodega Santa Julia, and Bodegas Lopez.

MENDOZA, ARGENTINA

This Bolivian city is a mix of traditional and modern life. Solo travelers have a chance to learn the sacred traditions of the Andean people, adventure to exciting heights, and party it up in some of the most welcoming hostels on the continent.

LA PAZ, BOLIVIA

Photo via Catherine from Day Trip Nomad.

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